There’s plenty happening in our region this week. Check out our list for a few things to put in your diary. Do you have a community event that you would like featured in our What's On section? We'd love to know. Email us at: addynews@fairfaxmedia.com.au or phone us on: 5434 4470. PHIL PALMA MARONG CUP Experience this race day with the Phil Palma Bendigo Ford Marong Cup. Celebrate a fundraising day, with monies going towards the catholic community in Bendigo. The day features opportunities to get up close and personal with the jockeys, trainers and the racing action. You can also try your hand at backing a winner, or by enjoying a picnic by the track. There is also grandstand seating for a bit of extra cover. Packages are also available for those looking to indulge. Click here for more information. Where: Bendigo Jockey Club, Heinz Street, White Hills. When: Saturday, February 16, 11am-6pm. Cost: See website for more details. FAMILY HISTORY Have you thought about researching your family history? This meeting of the Bendigo Family History Group will be looking at laptop computers, for easier access to relevant information. Discussions of how much information can be found and where it can be located will also take place. Head along and learn more about your local relatives that you may not know. After the meeting, stay for a cuppa and a chat. Where: Activity Room 1, Goldfields Library, Hargreaves Street, Bendigo. When: Saturday, February 16, 2pm start. Cost: ​Free WOMEN IN STEM Head along and listen to four local female STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) heroes, Alissa Van Soest, Jude Anderson, Natasha Bartholomeusz and Pauleen Bennett speak about their careers and journeys. Be inspired by their stories and their passion and see how they are changing the world. There is also the opportunity to view STEMpowered, an exhibition of women's contribution to STEM in Australia. Click here for more information on the exhibtion. Where: Bendigo Tech School Level 3, Engineering and Technology Building, La Trobe University. When: Monday, February 18, 6pm-7.30pm. Cost: Free. GRIDIRON COME AND TRY Bendigo’s only Gridiron team, the Bendigo Dragons, are giving the community an opportunity to see what the sport is about. Practice drills and skills with the team and learn about the unique sport. Where: Tom Flood Sports Centre, Park Road, Bendigo. When: Tuesday, February 19, 3pm-4pm. Cost: Free. REPAIR CAFE The Repair Cafe is back after a Christmas break and this year they are in a new space. If you have any broken valuables, the Repair Cafe will help you to repair them. Bring your buttons, zips, bulbs and anything else that you may need for your item. All fixers are skilled volunteers. Donations are appreciated. Where: The Old Church on the Hill, corner Harkness and Russell Streets, Quarry Hill. When: Saturday, February 16, 10am-1pm. Cost: Free. SOCIAL RIDE If you're an avid mountain bike rider but don't know too many other like minded women, then join in for this social ride and meet new friends. The mountain trail bike social ride takes place at the scenic Spring Gully MTB Trails and is ideal for women who love adventure and dirt. Where: Muldoon Reserve, Wattle Drive, Spring Gully. When: Sunday's, February 17, from 9am. Cost: Free. WHOVIANS MEET Enjoy a classic era themed Doctor Who meet with some like minded Whovians at the only regular Doctor Who meet in Victoria. You can bring along items of Doctor Who merchandise that you own, or a Doctor Who item you have made for the “Show &amp; Tell” segment and you're free to wear Doctor Who themed cosplay or Doctor Who clothing. Merchandise will be on sale. There will also be a free raffle, with a major prize donated by Collect Em All and Good Vs Evil. Join in with the relaxed and friendly atmosphere. All are welcome to attend this free event. Where: 17 Vine Street, Bendigo. When: Sunday, February 17, 1pm-4pm. Cost: Free entry. FAMILY BUSH DANCE The Bush Dance and Music Club are hosting another great family dance. The evening features Old Time and Bush dances. Music will be played by the Emu Creek Bush Band. There will also be a raffle and a lucky door prize. A plate of supper would be appreciated. More information, contact Mary on 5442 1153. All welcome to this event. Where: Anglican Church Hall, 16 Keck Street, Flora Hill. When: Saturday, February 16, 8pm start. Cost: Adults $8, children under 16 free. SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE The Spring Gully Hall Committee is hosting another great Saturday evening dance. This toe-tapping event features music by Cheryl Bailey, a good program and a delicious home cooked supper. The evening also has a raffle and great prizes. Admission is $9 and everyone is more than welcome to attend. For more information contact Keith on 5444 2953 or click here. Where: Spring Gully Hall, Spring Gully Road, Bendigo. When: Saturday, February 16, 8pm-midnight. Cost: Admission $9. SUMMER SALSA Come and dance salsa in Bendigo's beautiful gardens. Bring a picnic and a friend and learn something new. Classes are 30-45 minutes followed by 45-60 minutes of dancing. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing to allow for movement. Free event. For more information phone Andrew White or Janine White on 0405 622 023 Where: Bendigo Library Gardens, Hargreaves Street. When: Saturday, January 5 – February 24, midday-1.30pm. PARENT AND TODDLER YOGA Parent and toddler yoga classes not only help parents strengthen their body, but it also helps create patience and resilience in the studio with a toddler. This event includes various stretches, breathing and meditation skills. Children are also welcome to join in or to play around their parents. Where: Vitality Yoga, rear of 404 Hargreaves Street, Bendigo. When: Wednesday, Feburary 20, from 9.30am. ENCHANTED FOREST SAND SCULPTURES Join in on a mythical adventure with impressive sand sculptures. This sculptures are held at the scenic (and historical) homestead, Dromkeen, which adds to the wonder of the exhibition. Fairies, unicorns, goblins and other creatures will be waiting to show you the magic of an enchanted forest. Some of the world’s best sand sculpting artists have come together, turning 300 tonnes of sand into a wonderland. This exhibition also allows for people of all ages to enjoy interactive fun. For more information, contact Sand Art Gallery – Rosie on 0403 128 694. Where: Dromkeen Homestead, 1012 Kilmore Road, Riddells Creek. When: Until April 30, 10.30am-5pm and twilight tours 5pm-9pm Fridays and Saturdays. THE LONG SUMMER SALON Join in for the first exhibition opening event of 2019 at Cascade Art, Maldon. To be officially opened by Kim Bennett, Creative Arts Facilitator, Regional Arts Victoria. Some of the artists featured in this exhibition are Roz Avent, Dean Bowen, Lyn Raymer, David Frazer, Anita Laurence, Robert Maclaurin, and many, many more. For more details phone, 0408 844 152 or 5475 1053. Email: kareen@cascadeart.com.au. Where: Cascade Art, 1A Fountain Street, Maldon. When: Until Sunday, March 3, Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm. Have you signed up to the Bendigo Advertiser's daily newsletter and breaking news emails? You can register below and make sure you are up to date with everything that's happening in central Victoria.

Head along and listen to four local female STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) heroes, Alissa Van Soest, Jude Anderson, Natasha Bartholomeusz and Pauleen Bennett speak about their careers and journeys.

If you're an avid mountain bike rider but don't know too many other like minded women, then join in for this social ride and meet new friends.

SOCIAL DAY: The Bendigo Mountain Bike Club. Picture: SUPPLIED.

The mountain trail bike social ride takes place at the scenic Spring Gully MTB Trails and is ideal for women who love adventure and dirt.

Where: Muldoon Reserve, Wattle Drive, Spring Gully.

When: Sunday's, February 17, from 9am.

Cost: Free.

WHOVIANS MEET

Enjoy a classic era themed Doctor Who meet with some like minded Whovians at the only regular Doctor Who meet in Victoria.

CULT FANS: Kara Harris and Sue Lawson, dressed as a dalek and the TARDIS respectively in 2015. Picture: NONI HYETT

You can bring along items of Doctor Who merchandise that you own, or a Doctor Who item you have made for the “Show & Tell” segment and you're free to wear Doctor Who themed cosplay or Doctor Who clothing. Merchandise will be on sale.

There will also be a free raffle, with a major prize donated by Collect Em All and Good Vs Evil.